7 Things Everyone Needs To Know About Introverts

In general, introverts are not afraid of interacting with others; they simply prefer to spend time alone. By Updated 8 years ago,June 22, 2017 1. They are not shy or socially awkward. Toa Heftiba The most popular myth about introversion is that it is the same thing as shyness or social awkwardness. Shyness is more related to social anxiety disorder. In general, introverts are not afraid of interacting with others; they simply prefer to spend time alone....

June 21, 2017 · 1 min · 205 words · Melanie King

A Prayer For The Man Who Broke My Heart

Father, c’mon be with this boy I loved. Show him how powerful you are, how big your heart is. There are arteries with tiny holes, for all the ways Ive convinced myself I wasnt enough. God & Man There are veins that pump too wildly because sometimes theres just too much emotion happening in there. There are parts that are bruised; I havent been so good with guarding what youve given me....

June 21, 2017 · 3 min · 534 words · Terrence Aguirre

Almost Relationships Make You Come Across As A Complete Idiot

I feel like an idiot, because I misinterpreted everything that happened between us. All of the extra long hugs, the late nights spent talking, the kisses against cheeks. All of those compliments you gave me and times you held me close. Sophie Oatman I feel like an idiot, because I told my best friends and my parents all about you. I feel like an idiot, because I thought what we had was real....

June 21, 2017 · 2 min · 254 words · Brian Malone

An Interview With Photographer Brandon Woelfel About His New Book, ‘Luminescence’

We had a chance to talk a bit about his creative process amid the buzzing of print machines. KJ Parish:Hi Brandon. When did you first become interested in photography? Processed with VSCO with 5 preset Ive always been an artistic kid. KJ:Are you inspired by people that have a digital or extra-worldly concept or technique in their artwork? BW:Im always inspired by unique styles. Its always going to keep evolving and changing so its definitely a lot of fun....

June 21, 2017 · 4 min · 829 words · Shannon Garcia

Anxiety Always Keeps Me Awake After Midnight

By Updated 11 months ago,May 30, 2024 My anxiety keeps me up all night. My anxiety keeps me up all night, but I never let anyone know that. I know Ill regret opening up to them in the morning when Im calm again. Pexels / Pixabay If they text me first, thats a different story. Ill answer back, but only with sarcasm and silly jokes. Ill be laughing over the phone and crying on top of my pillowcase....

June 21, 2017 · 2 min · 231 words · Michelle Jimenez

Don’t Fall In Love With Your Best Friend

By Updated 8 years ago,June 22, 2017 Dont fall in love with your best friend. Dont fall in love with your best friend because youre lonely and he gives you attention. He showers you with compliments. Alex Grodkiewicz Hes the one you go to with your problems. You risk losing a lover and a friend all at once. People who endlessly support you as you are arent a dime a dozen....

June 21, 2017 · 2 min · 322 words · Terry Simpson

Every Generic White Girl’s Favorite Drink And What They Say About Her

SEX ON THE BEACH Just likes the looks she gets when she orders this. By Updated 8 years ago,June 23, 2017 She never misses a barre class. Her nails are always done perfectly. Flickr / The Game She started wearing a choker before you did. She played soccer all through high school and actually enjoys hiking on the weekends. Shes ~low maintenance~ and proud of it. Her Tinder bio says one of the guys....

June 21, 2017 · 2 min · 379 words · John Navarro

Goodbyes Are More Than Endings

Goodbyes are endings, but memories stay. By Updated 8 years ago,June 26, 2017 Goodbye. Just two syllables, but so many meanings. Stacey Rozells I think we are all afraid of goodbyes. I think we are all afraid of the permanence we attach to goodbyes. I think we are all afraid that goodbye will leave us lonely. Stacey Rozells And most of all, I think we are afraid of forgetting, afraid of moving on....

June 21, 2017 · 2 min · 266 words · Curtis Carlson

Here’s To Your Strength

Do what makes you happy for a change, not what you are supposed to do. Remember the mantra: self care is not selfish in any way. By Updated 8 years ago,July 18, 2017 Heres to you on this beautiful day. God & Man Heres to your endurance, your power, every struggle you have ever gone through. Heres to you on this day, on this beautiful, bright day where ever you are....

June 21, 2017 · 1 min · 197 words · James Acosta

I Act Like I’m Over You, But The Truth Is I Would Take You Back If You Asked

I act like Im better off without you. Like Im glad that youre gone. Like Ive finally raised my standards and realized that I can do so much better than you. God & Man Ive managed to live my life without you for so long that Ive become used to it. I talk to other boys now. I flirt with them like we used to do. Some of them are only welcome distractions, and others are guys that I genuinly like....

June 21, 2017 · 2 min · 269 words · Julia Harris

I Am The Girl You Flirt With, But Never Actually Date

Im the girl you run to whenever you want to feel better about yourself. When you want someone to tease you and hug you for a little too long. When you need a distraction from your fucked up life. iStockPhoto.com / Sanjeri The girl that you only think about when youre lonely and dont have any better plans for the evening. Im the girl you arent afraid to cross the line with....

June 21, 2017 · 2 min · 224 words · Kelly Potts

It’s Time To Stop Letting Your Past Define Your Future

You are not defined by your pain, by your past, by what has broken you. You are defined by how you believe and by how you rise. Youve given someones negative opinion of you far too much credit. Aziz Acharki Youve let a failed relationship make you fearful of connecting again. Youve allowed someones poor treatment of you to shift the way you see yourself. And you have to stop....

June 21, 2017 · 3 min · 477 words · Heather Rivera DVM

This Is How You Break Hearts, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Aquarius: You break hearts when you realize the person you’re dating doesn’t intellectually stimulate you. You dont have trouble giving love, you have trouble receiving and accepting it. Gemini You break hearts when you send mixed messages. God & Man You know your loved ones have your best interests in mind. Leo You break hearts when you dont let the person youre dating ever have the spotlight. You somehow make their important events all about you, and it upsets them....

June 21, 2017 · 1 min · 173 words · Melinda Stewart